The 36th annual Times-Reporter Charity All-Star Football Game generated proceeds of $9,175.41, which was delivered to The Rainbow Connection on Thursday.

This brings the total raised through the contest to $312,765.42.

“The Times-Reporter staff is honored to organize this event to benefit The Rainbow Connection — and the community — each year. It has become a long-standing tradition, and we’re happy to give back,” said Melissa Griffy Seeton, editor of The Times-Reporter.

Also at the game, The Rainbow Connection raised an additional $1,161 through drawings, raffles and other donations, bringing the charity’s total proceeds to $10,366.41.

This year’s game was played July 26 at Woody Hayes Quaker Stadium, with the West winning a thrilling 31-28 contest.

The Rainbow Connection is an independent health-services agency that serves the needs of disadvantaged and disabled children and adults.

Players, coaches and cheerleaders from 19 area high schools are invited to participate in the game each year.

“The T-R All-Star Game is one of the best community events in the area,” said Carmel Haueter, executive director of The Rainbow Connection. “Everyone comes out for this game, we cheer on the students and we are proud of our schools and everyone that makes this community great.”